Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam
Key Takeaway
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 117 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01037 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GIFFORD FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam is owned by GIFFORD FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam built?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam last inspected?
Gifford, Kahabka & Rutenber Dam was last inspected on December 18, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.